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US4934077A
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Articulated visual display kit
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1988-10-04
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Granted: 1990-06-19
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Expires: 2008-10-04
Abstract
Abstract A kit for the versatile display of pictures which includes: (a) one or more frame members into which photographs or similar works of art can be easily inserted; (b) a slotted track to which one or more frame members may be adjustably attached; and (c) finger-adjustable wing-bolts to hold a frame member and one or more slotted tracks together. The kit also includes a wall-hanging member which may be easily and adjustably positioned near the center of gravity of the finished display.
Inventors
- 👤 Philip Gerlach
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 23:17
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47G; A47G1/00; A47G1/16; A47G1/24; A47G1/06; A47G1/065
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
153 words
A kit containing a combination of elements which, when used together, enable the manual assembly of a versatile expandable structure for wall hanging and displaying visual works of art such as photographs, prints or posters, wherein each work of art is in substantially the same or parallel planes so they may be viewed together from a single viewpoint, said elements comprising: (a) a frame member having a viewing side and a rear side, said frame member providing means for the support and display of visual work, said frame member having means for attachment to a frame supporting member affixed to the rear side of said frame member; (b) a frame supporting member comprising a slotted track; (c) means for adjustable connection of the frame supporting member to a similar frame supporting member; (d) a fastener for holding said means for attachment and said frame supporting member adjustably together; and (e) a hanging member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
153 words
A kit containing a combination of elements which, when used together, enable the manual assembly of a versatile expandable structure for wall hanging and displaying visual works of art such as photographs, prints or posters, wherein each work of art is in substantially the same or parallel planes so they may be viewed together from a single viewpoint, said elements comprising: (a) a frame member having a viewing side and a rear side, said frame member providing means for the support and display of visual work, said frame member having means for attachment to a frame supporting member affixed to the rear side of said frame member; (b) a frame supporting member comprising a slotted track; (c) means for adjustable connection of the frame supporting member to a similar frame supporting member; (d) a fastener for holding said means for attachment and said frame supporting member adjustably together; and (e) a hanging member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
As in claim 1 wherein said frame member is fabricated from a single sheet of clear acrylic plastic.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1993-06-18 | 1993-12-18 | 1994-06-19 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1997-06-18 | 1997-12-18 | 1998-06-19 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2001-06-18 | 2001-12-18 | 2002-06-19 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |